Mississippi Stuns Georgia with Last-Second Field Goal in Sugar Bowl Thriller
Mississippi staged an incredible comeback against Georgia in the Sugar Bowl, winning 39-34 with a last-second field goal. The victory showcased remarkable resilience and set the stage for their upcoming CFP semifinal against Miami.
In a heart-pounding College Football Playoff quarterfinal that will be remembered for years, Mississippi pulled off a stunning 39-34 victory over Georgia in the Sugar Bowl, thanks to an extraordinary performance by quarterback Trinidad Chambliss and kicker Lucas Carneiro.
Chambliss led the charge with an impressive 362 passing yards and two touchdowns, demonstrating nerves of steel in one of the most dramatic playoff games in recent memory. With just 6 seconds remaining, Carneiro booted a critical 47-yard field goal that would ultimately seal Mississippi's remarkable comeback victory.
The game was a rollercoaster of momentum shifts, with Georgia holding a 21-12 halftime lead before Mississippi roared back. The Rebels found themselves down 34-24 with just over nine minutes remaining, but showed incredible resilience by clawing their way back into contention.
Georgia's Gunner Stockton briefly reignited his team's hopes with an 18-yard touchdown pass to Zachariah Branch, and Peyton Woodring's field goal tied the game with just 55 seconds left in regulation. However, Chambliss had other plans, executing a crucial 40-yard pass to De'Zhaun Stribling on a critical third-down play that set up Carneiro's winning kick.
In a final, chaotic twist, Mississippi was awarded a safety on its last kickoff when Georgia attempted a cross-field lateral that struck the pylon. The Bulldogs recovered an onside kick and attempted multiple laterals, but the play ultimately fizzled, securing Mississippi's dramatic advancement to the CFP semifinals against Miami in the Fiesta Bowl.
With this electrifying win, Mississippi improved to an impressive 13-1 record, while Georgia concluded their season at 12-2. Carneiro's performance was particularly noteworthy, as he had already broken Sugar Bowl records with earlier field goals of 55 and 56 yards before delivering the game-winning kick.
The Sugar Bowl provided a thrilling counterpoint to the previous quarterfinal games, proving once again why college football captures the hearts of millions with its unpredictability and drama.
Based on reporting by Yahoo Sports
This story was written by BrightWire based on verified news reports.
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